US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek
FairScott County, Arkansas · 0.8 SW of JCT 270 · Structure no. 0000000000X0524
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek in Scott County, Arkansas. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Arkansas average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2038. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US Highway 71 over Tan-A-Hill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.